Darren Sproles – Important – Injury
RB Darren Sproles could return to action for the first time since the season opener. The veteran running back was expected to practice this week in a limited capacity.
Nigel Bradham – Important – Injury
LB Nigel Bradham broke his thumb in three places against the New York Giants last week. On Monday, he had surgery and had six screws inserted into his hand. He is hopeful of playing Monday night, but would need some kind of cast on his hand, which could limit his effectiveness in tackling.
“I want to be out there regardless,” said Bradham. “That’s my thing, always try to be available … It’s tough, tough to get off blocks and tackle. You pretty much use your hands every play so it’s definitely tough, but something you have to do.”
Bradham played all 61 snaps against the Giants despite breaking his thumb early in the game. He was needed with Jordan Hicks missing his first game this year with a calf injury. Hicks is likely to miss his second game this week.
Timmy Jernigan – Noteworthy – Transaction
DT Tim Jernigan made his season debut against the Giants after being added to the 53-man roster from the reserve/non-football injury list. He played 19 snaps and didn’t make the stat sheet, but his presence was a welcome sight for teammates. “It was really good to have Timmy back,” said DT Fletcher Cox. “He brings a lot. I was really happy to see him out there. He was very disruptive being Timmy. Happy to have him back. He was getting off the ball, flying around, making tackles and having fun. That’s just what Timmy does.”